RFA welcomes auto industry vet Tracey King to staff

By Renewable Fuels Association | February 24, 2016

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Auto industry veteran Tracey King has joined the Renewable Fuels Association as the organization’s new technical director. King will serve as the RFA’s top liaison to the automakers, and will focus on forging the path to future high octane fuels and optimized spark ignition engines.

King spent 17 years with Chrysler, where she primarily focused on technical issues surrounding fuels and lubricants. Previously, she worked in research and development at both Nissan and General Motors. Most recently, King worked for Haltermann Solutions, a manufacturer of test and reference fuels. She also has extensive experience with ASTM and other standards developing organizations.

“Tracey brings an unrivaled wealth of knowledge and experience to the RFA,” said Bob Dinneen, RFA president and CEO. “Tracey’s background in the automotive industry and experience in developing certification fuels position her well to help chart the course toward an ethanol-based high octane fuel that will improve engine efficiency and reduce emissions. We are thrilled to welcome Tracey to the RFA team.”

King, who holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Wayne State University, will be based in Detroit and will be part of RFA’s research and technical team.

“I am excited to join the RFA staff and look forward to working closely with the membership, automakers, regulators, and other stakeholders to help define the future for ethanol and optimized engines,” King said. “RFA has always been viewed as an effective science-based advocate for ethanol, and I am eager to contribute to the advancement of the organization’s technical objectives.”